Accounts Assistant

Orka Financial Vacancies; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide day-to-day finance support in Wokingham. This role involves managing transaction processing, bank reconciliations, and aiding year-end accounts preparation. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in accounting and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £36,000 and promotes a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and transactional accounting.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books including invoicing, receipts and payment processing.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Support external accountants with year-end accounts and queries.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Bank reconciliations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Orka Financial is recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join their client’s growing team based in Wokingham. The role is responsible for providing accurate day‑to‑day finance support.

The successful candidate will oversee transaction processing, bank reconciliations and support the preparation of year‑end accounts with external accountants.

The Accounts Assistant position involves regular communication with clients, so strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books including invoicing, receipts and payment processing.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow internal procedures for collection.
• Prepare and issue statements of account.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Support external accountants with year‑end accounts and queries.
• Use accounting and management software systems confidently (training provided).
• Respond to telephone and e‑mail queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes and efficiency.
• Contribute to a positive, organised and business‑focused team environment.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and transactional accounting.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

Salary up to £36,000 depending upon experience. Hybrid working model.

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Required Experience

Junior IC

Key Skills

Accounting Software, Time Management, Accounts Administration, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Reconciliation, Administrative Skill, Leadership skills, Accounting & Finance, Accounts Management, Communication, Analysis Skills, Relationship Management, Team Player Spirit, Budgeting Skills, Accounts Payable

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Salary

34,000 – 36,000